Resort Thread Disney's BOARDWALK INN Resort

[HollywoodTowerHotel]

I dont remember.

I was just wondering because if you had it up, then, yes, it would have been unacceptable for them to be banging on your door at 8:30 am!

I don't think you would've need to have that out..Not that early...That's just unacceptable.

That's what the "Do Not Disturb" sign is for, regardless of what time it is!

Once, we still hadn't received our luggage from ME by 10:00 pm, so we called to check on its status. We were told that our luggage was in guest services and hadn't been delivered because the "Do Not Disturb" sign was on the door. We forgot that we had even put it out!

 

[DizDaD7]

I was just wondering because if you had it up, then, yes, it would have been unacceptable for them to be banging on your door at 8:30 am!




That's what the "Do Not Disturb" sign is for, regardless of what time it is!

Once, we still hadn't received our luggage from ME by 10:00 pm, so we called to check on its status. We were told that our luggage was in guest services and hadn't been delivered because the "Do Not Disturb" sign was on the door. We forgot that we had even put it out!

There's no way in the world---> LoL ( Not just Disney WORLD) that they should be knocking on the door to get in to do the room, or change it over......That's way too early regardless of whether or not a sign is on the door or not. Just my opinion of course...

 

[Jennasis]

Glad you had an excellent time and
UGH! Thank you for posting about your experience. I can appreciate you feeling like this wasn't the resort for you - too many issues and you just didn't get the feeling you were appreciated as a guest.

Where do you think you might stay next time? It always

We own (and LOVE BLT) but our next trip in September is a week at the poly.

 

[HollywoodTowerHotel]

There's no way in the world---> LoL ( Not just Disney WORLD) that they should be knocking on the door to get in to do the room, or change it over......That's way too early regardless of whether or not a sign is on the door or not. Just my opinion of course...

Since they were checking out that day, it's often likely the guests are already gone at that time, whether it's for one last run in the parks, an ADR, an early flight, etc. You know, squeezing in one last hurrah! Yes, I realize this wasn't the case in this senario!

In any event, the room had to be cleaned for new guests at some point that day. Maybe housekeeping wanted to get a head start on it, and if the "Do Not Disturb" sign wasn't up, then...hey, at least they knocked instead of just barging in!

Of course, just my opinion...

 

[mexi]

There's no way in the world---> LoL ( Not just Disney WORLD) that they should be knocking on the door to get in to do the room, or change it over......That's way too early regardless of whether or not a sign is on the door or not. Just my opinion of course...

Yes this does happen and it did when I was at a value in February because I forgot about the Do Not Disturb sign. They were knocking at our door at 8AM.

Sunday is usually a big check in day for DVC owners since Sunday to Thursday are cheaper points stays.

 

[BlueSkies]

Good afternoon Boardwalkers!!!

We had a recent stay at the BW..Inn side..and I did promise to come back and share our thoughts about our stay ..at what has truly become my fave Epcot resort.......we did a split stay and started at the BWI....

We have stayed here a few times in the last year...and the previous stays were really great..so...I was worried...would this next stay be just as good.......and I'm happy to say...it was!! ...

~Resort ...I find this resort to be so charming...and authentic to its theming...from the decor..to the music that seems to be piped in everywhere...and it adds a very nice ambience to the Disney bubble! The only evidence that we saw of construction was the walls around the Flying Fish...otherwise..we did not see or hear anything...

~Check in...plenty of CMs at the desk...and check in was quick and easy..got a room close to where we requested..and on the floor we requested too......we had a birthday in our party..and there was a birthday button with our welcome packet..

~Room...I really enjoy the decor and palette of the BWI rooms...so many Disney touches ( which is as it should be at a WDW resort IMO)..from the Minnie desk lamp..to Mickey design on the chair..and even the wall sconces! The room was in good repair and very clean...as were the bathroom areas..the monorail resorts should take some tips from this resort on how to set up a bathroom area ..a nice shelf above the double vanity...and plenty of storage below it...

~The Boardwalk! What better "grounds" can a resort offer..just a few steps outside...and you have the whole boardwalk at your fingertips..fine and quick dining..I know I have mentioned how great we think that BW Joe's is for a nice fluffy drink! ..also..a nice relaxing place to just sit for a while...

~Transportation...While I thought that nothing would take the place of the monorail as my favorite way to get around during a WDW vacation...I find being able to walk to two parks wonderful!! And the Friendships are pretty neat too......we also took the buses a few times...never had a long wait...even at off times..and found the transportation board at the bus stop to be quite accurate!

~Dining...Well technically..the only onsite dining this resort has is the Bellevue Lounge..a super spot for morning coffee..a bagel..complete with toasting station..butter..cream cheese and jam..and assorted cereals and pastries..fruit too...and...the Boardwalk Bakery was great for a sandwich..I would recommend the roast beef and salami sandwich..big enough to share..and yummy too..and should I even mention the variety of cupcakes...... Worth everyevery sugary bite and calorie......lol..we finally tried Trattoria al Forno...another hit...tasty fresh Italian cuisine! We had dinner..but breakfast is on our must try list!

~Pool...Well..I must admit..I was a little put off by that clown slide......lol...but the whole pool area is very nice...Leaping Horse Libations was a good place to get out of the sun...a nice awning all around.. have a cold beverage..and the set up of the lounges and umbrella tables gave this whole area a cozyish feel to it too..glad we took the time to spend some time here too..

Last but not least..CMs...we never passed a single person at this resort that did not greet us in a friendly fashion... ...and any encounter at the desk..whether for help with dining...or just getting information was a positive..very impressive!

We really had a great stay ..and every trip makes me a greater fan of the BWI...and the of the whole Epcot resort area...Kind of the best of all WDW worlds!

 

[BlueSkies]

Notice one of the "creepy " chairs is missing...wonder if its hiding somewhere waiting to scare the wits out of some unsuspecting BW guest....lol...

 

[BlueSkies]

Only evidence of construction that we saw..

 

[NH-to-FL]

We have stayed here a few times in the last year...and the previous stays were really great..so...I was worried...would this next stay be just as good.......and I'm happy to say...it was!!

Hello BlueSkies! Glad to hear that your trip went well. All of the things you mention are why we also love the Boardwalk. Thanks for the report.

 

[Jennasis]

Only evidence of construction that we saw..View attachment 168659

Over by the pool there were two cranes with cherry pickers for the workers who were painting etc that side of the building...right outside our balcony (which we could not use during the day).

 

[mexi]

@BlueSkies

I'm so happy you had another great trip to the BW. Your post made me smile because you describe the resort so wonderfully. Just 59 more days until we are back again!

Thanks for posting and you gotta love those fluffy drinks.

 

[BlueSkies]

Over by the pool there were two cranes with cherry pickers for the workers who were painting etc that side of the building...right outside our balcony (which we could not use during the day).

I reviewed my pool pics..and liw and behold..there is a crane off in the back ground...how did I miss that. ..I am usually a detail person ...So sorry that this happened to you during your trip..you definitely have a right to expect to be able to use your balcony...

@BlueSkies

I'm so happy you had another great trip to the BW. Your post made me smile because you describe the resort so wonderfully. Just 59 more days until we are back again!

Thanks for posting and you gotta love those fluffy drinks.

Hey you!! ...Thanks for the kind words.....I can't wait to go back again either..59 days for you ...woohoo!!!

Thanks to you too NH-to- FL......glad you enjoyed the review!

Maybe we had better not tell anyone else how wonderful the BWI is ...it's already hard enough to find room availability!

 

[BlueSkies]

Well..there it is tucked away in the background...the small crane...wasn't very noticeable to me..but I sure wouldn't want that beside my balcony...

 

[BlueSkies]

 

[Jennasis]

Well..there it is tucked away in the background...the small crane...wasn't very noticeable to me..but I sure wouldn't want that beside my balcony...

If the construction guys were hot...maybe! Even at night they didn't lower the cranes. They left them both up and extended. Last night we sat outside to unwind and wondered why they were up.

 

[Sandi]

We arrive on Friday. TP sent me a notification today that my room fax was submitted and I've also done on-line check in. I hope that all works out. There is nothing more for me to do but pack. After having snow flurries here yesterday, I am so ready for some warm weather.

Sorry @Jennasis that you had issues on your trip. We are on the Inn side and don't spend much (any) time at the feature pool. DH loves to sit on the balcony in the morning and evening, so having the balcony unusable would be a problem for us, too. You'll have a great time at Poly.

 

[mexi]

We arrive on Friday. TP sent me a notification today that my room fax was submitted and I've also done on-line check in. I hope that all works out. There is nothing more for me to do but pack. After having snow flurries here yesterday, I am so ready for some warm weather.

Sorry @Jennasis that you had issues on your trip. We are on the Inn side and don't spend much (any) time at the feature pool. DH loves to sit on the balcony in the morning and evening, so having the balcony unusable would be a problem for us, too. You'll have a great time at Poly.

Snow flurries.

Have a great trip and please let us know how TP room request worked out. I'm thinking about trying it.

Happy packing!

 

[hammie59]

Can anyone tell me what the parking situation is now? When we stayed there last year there were parking issues/advisories and they seemed pretty good about keeping the lots available just for guests of BWI/BWV. We're not staying there next trip (staying at ASMu) but we'll want to drive over for a visit. Just curious if we're going to have to pay for valet or will they let us park for free for a few hours (FYI-not cheating and going to a park).

 

[gometros]

If this turns out to be Adventurers Club II, I'm gong to be really happy

https://disneytalkblog.wordpress.com/2016/05/16/abracadabar-to-open-at-boardwalk/

 

[Sandi]

Snow flurries.

Have a great trip and please let us know how TP room request worked out. I'm thinking about trying it.

Happy packing!

Thanks mexi! We used TP room request fax on our last two visits -- August and December of 2015. For our August trip, I'm not sure if the fax helped or not. We were magically upgraded to the Club level. Our room was on the 4th floor about as far away as you could get, but we enjoyed the Innkeeper's Club a lot. For our December trip, we asked for a 5th floor room that would have had a garden view. We were assigned to a room on the 5th floor, but across the hall. We had a view of the driving entrance to the resort. At first I was disappointed, but it turned out to be a fine room and we used the balcony. It was not as noisy as I feared. I'll certainly let you know what we get this time!